Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Beacon is a successful and national behavioral health company providing residential-based services and supports to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, severe mental illness, autism, and high-acuity behaviors. All activities related to this position must be delivered in compliance with the company's policies and procedures, accreditation standards, state and federal licensing requirements, HCBS guidelines, and the contractual requirements of Community Mental Health Agencies and other regulatory bodies. You are expected to be aligned with the goals and mission of the organization and to perform in accordance with our "I CARE" core values of the organization - Integrity, Compassion, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence.

Job Description

• Partner with the Director of Nursing to oversee the care of individuals ensuring best practices and care.
• Foster a "One Team" approach, ensuring collaboration among medical, clinical, and operations teams to achieve the highest quality of care and support.
• Travel to homes to provide the highest quality of care including medication management, medical treatment needs, education, and support to Direct Service Providers.
• Daily follow-up to monitor all resident health concerns and regular in-person follow-up at assigned sites.
• Administration of medications and vaccinations as requested by the healthcare provider.
• Complete nursing assessments, diabetic foot assessments, AIMs, and ensure Health Care Appraisals (HCAs) are complete.
• Coordinate care to ensure continuity including follow-through with verbal and written orders or medication changes, monitoring for drug interactions and side effects, administering injections per physician order, hospital admission and discharge follow-up, and follow-up on other scheduled appointments related to individuals' care.
• Routinely review medication counts and medication orders in accordance with the level of healthcare needs.
• Assist with coordination of resident psychiatric, medical, dental, and optical appointments as needed.
• Participate as an integral member of the care team in interdisciplinary team meetings when scheduled.
• Proactively work with an interdisciplinary team to overcome barriers to care such as treatment or medication refusal.
• Perform DMA and medical skills hands-on training when applicable.
• Participate in medical on-call rotation.
• Assist with development and revisions of medical policies and procedures.
• Audit the use of EHR and EMAR programs.
• Educate staff and individuals served regarding infection prevention, physical health, medication management, and medical skills including the use of medical equipment.
• Act as a healthcare liaison and be responsive to families and guardians when health-related questions or concerns arise.

Requirements

• Valid LPN license in the state of licensure with a minimum of 2 years' previous experience.
• Maintain own mandatory training and certification requirements.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing the English language.
• Approved by state, federal, and government entities to work within BSLS programs.
• Ability to use office equipment, including BSLS information technology systems.

Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of nursing and healthcare terminology.
• Proven capability of communicating with multiple disciplines.
• Proven ability to deescalate difficult situations.
• Proven ability to provide care as needed.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Excellent communication skills.